"Well its not a thing of beauty or a very fashionable piece. It falls into the "brown" furniture category with heavy Victorian carvings. My partner can't stand it! So, since this picture was taken, when it stood in our living room, it is now firmly in my study with the computer on it. I'm very fond of it. I remember when it belonged to my grandfather, and it sat opposite my grandmother's desk in their study. They had a farm, so it was a real working desk in those days," says interiors photographer James Balston.

"I inherited a pair of rather fab Crown Devon coffee cups from my grandparents, of which I've since found more on Ebay, and have become slightly obsessed with all things Crown Devon. Asa child I was amazed by how huge they seemed, and would watch in wonder as my grandparents drunk from them at the breakfast table," says James.

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I'm an interiors addict and I'm currently a judge on Top Design Australia. I have been involved with quite a few loved interior magazines across the globe. I was Associate Editor @ British ELLE Decoration and Homes Editor @ Livingetc. I have consulted for StudioIlse, WGSN and IKEA. What really interests me is how we all live in the space we call home. As much as I want to know about the latest chair, must-have-accessory and hottest trends - the thing that gets me really excited is how we use our everyday objects. This blog is a chance to explore, laugh and relate to different people and families from across the globe who all have one thing in common. They love their home. Enjoy
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